The Swag Mag

The was The Swag Magazine website. The content below is from the site's 2011 archived pages.

I sure will miss this site. I spend my day with a team of techies working on custom application development projects for demanding clients. I love my work. But as I said many clients think custom application development is going to be the magic pill that solves all their operational pain points. But that myth isn’t always realized – or it may come at too high of a price when a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solution would have worked just as well. When we start a new job there is always an assessment as to whether a customized app is going to do the job better than an off-the-shelf (COTS) solution. Usually if the company is in an industry with higher-than-usual security and privacy concerns, then we are the techies for you. Custom application development is challenging and often stressful if deadlines are tight. After work, I always liked to come home, chill and take a look at all the trendy stuff Swag magazine had discovered. They always seemed ahead of the curve. What am I going to do now that you have disappeared?
BTW: Don't be deceived by an online zine called the Swag Mag. It is definitely not the classy, trendy online site that this once was.

Circa 2011- A Great Year at Swag Magazine

Welcome to The Swag Mag, your one-stop shop for all your product needs. Here you’ll learn about all the cool stuff you should own and all the trendy stuff coming out around the corner. We don’t fool around. Reviewing and recommending the best products is serious business. In fact, it’s probably the only thing we take seriously here at The Swag Mag.

You’ll find a pretty diverse collection of goods here, but don’t worry we have a simple system to keep you on track. Each item is separated into one of six categories:

Active

Futurist

Media

Pad

Style

Transport

On top of those, we also add some tags to round out the easy navigation. But don’t say we didn’t warn you, if you come to our site, you will most likely be thrown off course from your original plan. Even with the sweet user interface described above, it’s almost impossible to visit without checking out a whole bunch of other products. We’re just saying…

If you have something to say or just want to get in touch go ahead and contact us using the link below; otherwise, happy browsing.

You’ll find a pretty diverse collection of goods here, but don’t worry we have a simple system to keep you on track. Each item is separated into one of six categories:

On top of those, we also add some tags to round out the easy navigation. But don’t say we didn’t warn you, if you come to our site, you will most likely be thrown off course from your original plan. Even with the sweet user interface described above, it’s almost impossible to visit without checking out a whole bunch of other products. We’re just saying…

If you have something to say or just want to get in touch go ahead and contact us using the link below; otherwise, happy browsing.

Sorry 4 The Wait

08082011

While you wait for the Carter 4 to officially come out, Sorry 4 The Wait is a great way to pass the time. In fact, it is on par with some of the best mixtapes Weezy has produced, which says a lot since he is basically the mixtape king. No room for poppy songs either, ever track is real and should get you mad awesomes on Turntable – plus it’s free! We know, too good to be true…

1980s Control Data Hard Drive Clock

Ever wonder what Google awards their employees with after a hard week of work? If your first thought is money, well, you’re a genius. However, they also like to reward them with unusual and fun things. Hence, these beautiful and rare clocks. You too can own a working piece of art handcrafted from TecoArt, which are featured here on Broodr. These repurposed clocks have been showcased also on both NBC and Thrillist, so you know they’re legit, and are a hit with anyone in the tech industry. All clocks are made from rare hard drives, graphics card, or computer operating systems. This piece is especially rare (an original from the 1980s) and would fit perfectly on any desk or in any home. Make sure to check out more of these recycled clocks on TecoArt’s Broodr Shop.

Lawn Party

09192011

Skip the backyard kegger this summer. The garden, or lawn, party is a summer necessity. Think individual style, light games, jazz music, and fine spirits. And of course, a carefree state of mind. The Lawn Party, in deep blue gingham 120s fabric, represents a more refined choice – both in dress and the company you keep.

The Y-Peeler by Slice

09162011

Created by world famous designer Karim Rashid, and recommended by the Cooking Club of America, the slice™ Y-Peeler features a super-sharp ceramic blade that lasts ten times longer than steel. Equally important, it looks like some crazy weapon out of Star Trek! Make quick work of peeling potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, soft foods like peaches, tomatoes, and slippery bell peppers — even tough-skinned mangos! Seriously, mangos! The ergonomic design fits comfortably in both small and large hands with a non-slip handle that’s lightweight to prevent fatigue. The ceramic blade is non-allergenic, chemically neutral, and impervious to acid, fat and salt – boom, take that salt. The Y-Peeler won’t brown food, transfer smells, or leave a metallic taste as well. Plus a minimum of 1% of all Slice product sales is donated to help fund autism research. See more amazing Slice products on their Broodr shop today!

Bears Don’t Roar

09142011

For those of you who are confused by the name, let us clarify for you. You see, bears do roar; however, they won’t if you’re sporting Bears Don’t Roar swag. The reason is pretty simple, it’s all about respect. Bears respect the Bears Don’t Roar brand, which should tell you something. With that type of respect, it garners instant street credibility plus the stuff just looks cool, which should be more than enough for you to try it out.